Your sustainable transformation partner, Working together for a green future
As you move towards greater sustainability1, we are at your side every step of the way. From initial consultation to implementation: together we will drive your sustainable transformation2, no matter which phase of the process you are in.
Our contribution to your green transformation
We are our clients’ partners in their transformation to a more sustainable business. We give them access to a wide range of products and services that we provide ourselves or through suitable cooperation partners. Commerzbank is committed to a sustainable tomorrow. So, what do we do when our world is being turned on its head?
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We will be at your side for every step of your green transformation, no matter which phase you are in.
Identifying the ESG impact on your business model
As an expert solution provider, we look forward to discussing your plans with you. Together, we will first analyse your company’s current sustainability performance and determine what steps you need to take next.
Mapping out a transformation path
We will help you map out a transformation path for your company – incorporating legal and/or regulatory requirements and examining your company’s ecological footprint.
Developing a sustainability action plan
Next, we (or one of our cooperation partners) will identify steps you can take to significantly improve your ecological footprint.
Financing sustainable projects
Once your transformation path has been clearly laid out and you know what steps you need to take, you can also benefit from our core business: customised sustainable financial products that are perfectly aligned with your company’s needs, size and transformation level. The range of products consists of loans, bonds and project financing (renewable energy and green infrastructure).
Setting your sights on the goals ahead
Sustainable transformation is an ongoing process and we would naturally be happy to assist your business in taking the next steps. As your partner of choice for sustainable transformation, we can help you navigate areas such as regulatory aspects or risk mitigation.
Our contribution to your green transformation
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Our Insights
- Transition planning: Ensuring long-term economic and environmental success
Achieving net zero requires the transformation of all industries across the economy. This is no small feat – and for carbon-intensive sectors, the transition process is all the more...
- Leveraging diversified financing tools to deliver a greener future
The green transformation across industries will be crucial to facilitate the sustainable transition. But the cost of upgrading or replacing existing production sites and infrastructure...
- Insights into the Green Transition
Decarbonisation is pivotal for a sustainable real economy in alignment with the Paris climate target. Wolfgang Vitzthum, Managing Director of the ESG & Transition Finance Advisory team...
- ESG – a strategic cornerstone in every aspect
Why should corporates care about ESG?
- EU Taxonomy
New sustainability reporting requirements: how prepared is your business?
- Recalibrating the energy market
Powering the future through renewables and new partnerships
Our products
- Sustainable loans
Corporate finance has a key role to play in the transition towards a sustainable economy. Commerzbank is actively shaping this change, and is supporting companies in their individual...
- Sustainable bonds
Sustainable bonds allow both issuers and investors to extend their sustainablility strategy to their funding or investment strategy. Commerzbank offers its broad expertise and many...
- Mandatory EU-emissions trading
Since 2005, Commerzbank has been active in the EU Emissions Trading System, advising companies on risk management and the acquisition of emissions rights and certificates, and also...
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, Best bank: ESG Advisory ServicesAccording to FINANCE magazine’s Bank Survey 2025, Commerzbank is Germany’s best bank for ESG Advisory Services.
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Our understanding of sustainability can be found in our ESG framework.
The term "green" on this website is equivalent to the term "sustainable".
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Our definition of sustainable transformation can be found in our ESG Framework, p.8, section 1.4 & p.9, chapter 2.
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With the help of the ESG-Framework we disclose all key building blocks of our sustainability strategy. Sustainability is our responsibility – and it paves the way for future success. Responsibility represents the entire sustainability spectrum of "Environment, Social and Governance (ESG)”. More information: ESG - Dimensions of Sustainability